How to ensure your RAM operates effectively?

F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Overclocking How to ensure your RAM operates effectively?

Beavz
Member

208

01-21-2016, 06:47 PM

The Kingston HyperX DDR3 1866mhz 2x4GB RAM package isn't performing as expected, even though the motherboard has the newest BIOS update from the maker.

Beavz

01-21-2016, 06:47 PM #1

The Kingston HyperX DDR3 1866mhz 2x4GB RAM package isn't performing as expected, even though the motherboard has the newest BIOS update from the maker.

Frostyduff
Member

237

01-25-2016, 08:36 PM

Verify the maximum speeds your motherboard and CPU can handle. Many high-speed RAMs require overclocking from their base clock to reach the listed speeds. Most current RAM supports XMP profiles; simply adjust your BIOS settings to match the desired speed. You may surpass the advertised rates, but achieving stable overclocks is challenging due to potential system issues and varying motherboard compatibility.

Frostyduff

01-25-2016, 08:36 PM #2

pcplaya
Junior Member

01-25-2016, 09:44 PM

What CPU and motherboard?

pcplaya

01-25-2016, 09:44 PM #3

What CPU and motherboard?

ridge5283
Junior Member

01-26-2016, 02:30 AM

I pressed the incorrect button and now Scuzzy is considered the top choice... Oops
My setup includes:
Intel Core i3-4170 (3.7ghz)
MSI B85M-E45 1150
HyperX 2x4gb 1866mhz DDR3
Asus GTX 950 OC 2gb GDDR5
WD Blue 1TB
SanDisk SSD v400 120gb

ridge5283

01-26-2016, 02:30 AM #4